I'm Ren
Ren- Emergency-Ready Catcare- Sheltermom
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Ren is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Ren
Cat Sitting in Astoria, NY
🏅The reservation discount you see here applies to ALL first time reservations (drop-in, overnight).
🐱 Message me about anything you're curious about, like dates, your needs, or locations not listed here. My jokes sometimes land!
🔥 My Guarantee:
You will get detailed visit notes everytime. You'll see the effort. Early meet & greets so you know exactly how I work. Photos/videos at each visit (tailored to you). Trained monitoring of food, water, litter, and behavior.
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Why me?
💊 I'm experienced with cats going through long term health changes. From:
- Diabetes
- Kidney issues
- Felv+
- Special diets + supplements
- Age and anxiety-related issues
- Inhalers, oral... Hey there I'm Ren(Renaisa). I've been a cat care technican for over a decade, serving all of Queens, edges of Long Island + Brooklyn, and parts of Manhattan. Born and raised (Spiderman's spot).
🏅The reservation discount you see here applies to ALL first time reservations (drop-in, overnight).
🐱 Message me about anything you're curious about, like dates, your needs, or locations not listed here. My jokes sometimes land!
🔥 My Guarantee:
You will get detailed visit notes everytime. You'll see the effort. Early meet & greets so you know exactly how I work. Photos/videos at each visit (tailored to you). Trained monitoring of food, water, litter, and behavior.
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Why me?
💊 I'm experienced with cats going through long term health changes. From:
- Diabetes
- Kidney issues
- Felv+
- Special diets + supplements
- Age and anxiety-related issues
- Inhalers, oral medication, injections, subcutaneous fluids
- New medication routines with strict AM/PM windows.
You name it. My own cats had similar struggles. It takes a lot of resilience, heart and patience especially if you're the parent.
❤️ I'm TNR certified, have vet tech student experience and trained at local cat shelters. I'm experienced trapping feral/lost cats.
Special diets are managed. Playtime is highly encouraged! Working with so many types of cats makes sitting so rewarding.
💪 Well-seasoned with driving through NYC, I'm trained with transporting cats to clinics and 24/7 hospitals.
- Trains and Ubers often need more time than using a vehicle on standby. This is especially true on nights or holidays, so it can be incredibly anxiety inducing for everyone involved.
- I make sure no time is wasted if your cat has an emergency, they'll get to the care they need as quickly and safely as possible.
By day, I work in healthcare. I'm grateful to work in cat care which supports graduate-level training + requires the same long-term consistency. I have my bachelor's degree and maintain all vaccinations, including COVID-19.
❗Medication Disclaimer: For safety, a quick meet & greet (virtual or in-person) is required before confirming bookings for cats needing medication.
Learn More About Ren
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Creating a bond with each cat! It's so rewarding when they can smell me and tell that I'm a new buddy. It can start with lots of slow blinking and positive associations. Whether shy, aggressive, or anxious, it's been a great time seeing them soften.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I had a yapper! His name is Chicken. He's a grumpy, white puffy Persian. He's the big ball with gold eyes peering into my soul in the pictures.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Please do chat with the sitter and if possible, schedule a meet & greet beforehand. Share anything they should know like medical history, hiding spots, dosing times, routines, and cleaning preferences. The more context a sitter has, the smoother (and safer) everything goes. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Why do a 45 or 60 minute session? - 45 is for the classic, thorough pet sitting experience. If you have any number of cats with medical issues, a longer session is your best option for everyone's peace of mind. - 60 minute sessions: you get everything in the 45, monitoring, and unhurried attention. 💫 A great option if your pets have 2+ medications and diet issues. - 20 minute sessions: only if you have a single cat, no medical issues, no special apartment procedures, need a quick/auto food and litter check, minimal
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I make sure the doors are locked after entry and exit. I follow any directions from you such as latching any cabinets or windows closed before leaving a room. I make sure the pets have access to their cleaned litter box, food and refreshed water!
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I love being in NYC/NJ over the holidays. Last minute requests are welcome. I usually respond within the day. Feel free to send a message.
What is your favorite cat toy?
Laser pointers are great, following by the ones that give out snacks in increments if a cat is feeling snacky. 🐟
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
Patience is key. Let them come to you over time, a treat or two has usually gotten the ball rolling but I've worked with feral cats where it's still hard for them to trust people. Consistency helps.
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Ren is experienced with 6 types of medications
Check if Ren services your area
Unfortunately, Ren does not cover your area right meow.
Michael
December 29, 2025
Ren is a fantastic cat-sitter. She is extremely attentive, detail-oriented, and willing to go above and beyond in order to ensure your peace of mind. My cat has epilepsy and requires medication every 12 hours - Ren made sure to adhere to this window of time and sent me a message after each dose was given.
Read moreResponse from Ren
Appreciate you Michael! It was so lovely to see Guiseppe get comfortable over the days, happy to help anytime. 🙌
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Eduardo
February 9, 2026
Working with Ren was amazing. It was a last minute booking and over a snowstorm weekend in NY. Inclement weather did not deter Ren from providing out kitties with great care and attention - she provided great detailed reports with pics and videos during her visits, she managed to give Liz her daily pills… everything went smoothly. Plus, Ren is a delightful person to work with. Will definitely book her again in the future!
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Grace
January 6, 2026
My experience with Ren was really great! It was my first time using Meowtel and Ren was so helpful from the beginning. Ren was very thorough and kept me updated on my kitty during my whole trip. She was patient when he wouldn’t come out at first and eventually got him to come around! She was willing to help in any way, and sent thorough updates each visit which was very appreciated. It’s always a little nerve racking finding a new sitter to come to your home, but Ren made everything as smooth as possible. We will definitely be using Ren for our future trips to watch our Jeter!
Read moreResponse from Ren
Big thank you Grace! Shy baby Jeter becomes such a sweetie when he gets comfortable, see y'all next time
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Emily
November 30, 2025
I have a senior cat with bad kidneys and diabetes. He requires sub- q fluids and two insulin shots a day. I was very worried to leave him at home for thanksgiving, but thank goodness I found Ren. Ren went above and beyond to make sure both me and my cat felt comfortable throughout the entire process. I cannot recommend her enough. She completely personalizes the experience and communicates very openly and honestly. This felt like a luxury cat sitting service. She will now be the first person I text when I go out of town.
Read moreResponse from Ren
So detailed, appreciate you Emily! Kitty takes his insulin so well and I'm happy we could sort out his IV intake!
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Robert
October 21, 2025
Ren, was very responsive and attentive while I was away. She gave me an update every step of the way and was very caring towards my cat Laszlo. She was also able to give him his inhaler daily which is not the easiest task.
Read moreResponse from Ren
Rob! Big thank you and great meeting you and Laszlo-- he's a gem, happy to help anytime 🥹
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Paige
September 16, 2025
Ren was fantastic! We had just moved to a new place and our house was still in boxes - she was very adaptable in this unusual situation and took extra efforts to make sure our cats were feeling safe and comfortable post move. She provided detailed updates, gave them lots of play and loving attention, and even vacuumed up their fur and some errant litter. She is also a kind and thoughtful person who clearly knows a lot about caring for cats. We were so grateful for her help and would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Read moreResponse from Ren
Paige this is so kind of you girl-- thank you, loved hanging with you and the cat crew! 🥹
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Ren's is 40%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Ren's holiday surcharge is 40%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Ren's is 50%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Ren's holiday surcharge is 50%.
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Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.
If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
Labor Day is coming up soon (September 7th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.
If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
Astoria cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.
Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Michael
December 29, 2025
Ren is a fantastic cat-sitter. She is extremely attentive, detail-oriented, and willing to go above and beyond in order to ensure your peace of mind. My cat has epilepsy and requires medication every 12 hours - Ren made sure to adhere to this window of time and sent me a message after each dose was given.
Response from Ren
Appreciate you Michael! It was so lovely to see Guiseppe get comfortable over the days, happy to help anytime. 🙌
Eduardo
February 9, 2026
Working with Ren was amazing. It was a last minute booking and over a snowstorm weekend in NY. Inclement weather did not deter Ren from providing out kitties with great care and attention - she provided great detailed reports with pics and videos during her visits, she managed to give Liz her daily pills… everything went smoothly. Plus, Ren is a delightful person to work with. Will definitely book her again in the future!
Grace
January 6, 2026
My experience with Ren was really great! It was my first time using Meowtel and Ren was so helpful from the beginning. Ren was very thorough and kept me updated on my kitty during my whole trip. She was patient when he wouldn’t come out at first and eventually got him to come around! She was willing to help in any way, and sent thorough updates each visit which was very appreciated. It’s always a little nerve racking finding a new sitter to come to your home, but Ren made everything as smooth as possible. We will definitely be using Ren for our future trips to watch our Jeter!
Response from Ren
Big thank you Grace! Shy baby Jeter becomes such a sweetie when he gets comfortable, see y'all next time
Emily
November 30, 2025
I have a senior cat with bad kidneys and diabetes. He requires sub- q fluids and two insulin shots a day. I was very worried to leave him at home for thanksgiving, but thank goodness I found Ren. Ren went above and beyond to make sure both me and my cat felt comfortable throughout the entire process. I cannot recommend her enough. She completely personalizes the experience and communicates very openly and honestly. This felt like a luxury cat sitting service. She will now be the first person I text when I go out of town.
Response from Ren
So detailed, appreciate you Emily! Kitty takes his insulin so well and I'm happy we could sort out his IV intake!
Robert
October 21, 2025
Ren, was very responsive and attentive while I was away. She gave me an update every step of the way and was very caring towards my cat Laszlo. She was also able to give him his inhaler daily which is not the easiest task.
Response from Ren
Rob! Big thank you and great meeting you and Laszlo-- he's a gem, happy to help anytime 🥹
Paige
September 16, 2025
Ren was fantastic! We had just moved to a new place and our house was still in boxes - she was very adaptable in this unusual situation and took extra efforts to make sure our cats were feeling safe and comfortable post move. She provided detailed updates, gave them lots of play and loving attention, and even vacuumed up their fur and some errant litter. She is also a kind and thoughtful person who clearly knows a lot about caring for cats. We were so grateful for her help and would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Response from Ren
Paige this is so kind of you girl-- thank you, loved hanging with you and the cat crew! 🥹
Gillian
May 8, 2026
Ren was absolutely amazing. She provided real time updates, videos and pictures for a two week trip away from home with my rescue cat. Effective communication and was truly a delight to work with. I would recommend her to friends and family and plan to have her watch my cat again!
Bill
May 31, 2026
Ren was an excellent cat sitter for our senior kitty! She kept us at ease throughout our trip with regular photos and thorough updates, and handled his medication without a hitch. She even took care of any messes he made — we came home to a happy, well-cared-for cat and would absolutely book her again.
Emily
April 8, 2026
Ren is incredible. this is the second time she has watched my senior, diabetic cat and she takes such good care of him. I know he is in good hands with Ren :) HIGHLY recommend
Katie
February 16, 2026
Ren is very communicative and willing to work with cats who have medical needs. My diabetic cat had a great time with Ren and looks forward to future visits with her new friend!
Susan
December 28, 2025
Ren was amazing, I got multiple pictures and detailed updates about how everything was going and check ins about anything else I would need. By the end, her and my cat were best buds. I would highly recommend Ren to anyone, she was highly attentive, communicative and reliable.
Evan
November 17, 2025
Ren is amazing. Was so attentive to Lenni and gave several updates with photos which made us feel comfortable while we were gone.
Response from Ren
Evan! Lenni's a doll, I appreciate your respsoniveness to all updates
Bill
March 8, 2026
Once again, Ren did a fantastic job of looking after our senior cat! She provided timely and thorough updates and followed all medication/feeding instructions perfectly. It’s great to know our boy is in good hands while we’re out of town!
Oz
December 18, 2025
Ren was super communicative, sent pictures, and went out of her way to keep the cats happy and the house clean of cat "presents". Thank you Ren for taking care of our kitties 😻😻!
Michelle
July 14, 2025
We had such a great experience with Ren watching our cat, Mush Mush. Ren was incredibly attentive and detail-oriented, which gave us real peace of mind - especially since Mush Mush is diabetic and requires special care. Ren made sure his insulin and feeding schedule were followed exactly, and kept us updated throughout. It was clear Ren truly cared and took the responsibility seriously. We wouldn’t hesitate to trust Ren with Mush Mush again!
Response from Ren
So sweet Michelle, thank you Mush Mush is a special guy 🙌
David
August 4, 2025
Ren proactively set up a time for us to chat so she knows everything needed to do the job, and send me a copy of her detailed notes after the call, so we are all aligned on the plan for care of the boys. She came at the scheduled times, did the job properly, and kept my wife and I informed and sent photos. She was very nice and respectful of our home and took great care of the boys. We feel we can trust her to care for them properly.
Response from Ren
Great seeing the boys and working with y'all David! Appreciate it
Aisha
July 14, 2025
Ren was an excellent sitter! I was able to book her on short notice due to an impromptu trip, and she couldn’t have been more accommodating. She was fantastic with my two cats—especially my younger one, who usually hides from new people but actually came out and interacted with her. Ren kept me updated throughout with plenty of photos and videos, which gave me great peace of mind. She also left my apartment just as clean and tidy as I left it. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter.
Response from Ren
Omg Aisha big ty, Nunu and Biscuit are lovely-- hope to see y'all again soon
Dasha
July 8, 2025
I had an amazing experience with Ren! I got very detailed updates, there was a lot of communication beforehand and I felt very comfortable leaving my diabetic cat in Ren’s hands! Thank you!
Response from Ren
Roomba is such a sweetie, great meeting you Dasha! 🙌
Isis
May 19, 2025
really amazing cat sitter!! i was so amazed by the updates i was getting and was very thorough with my cat’s feeding schedule 🥹 would definitely book again!!
Response from Ren
Thank you so much Isis 🫀 happy to help!
Jeanette
February 3, 2025
Ren was great from the very beginning. confirmed request promptly and met with my babies as scheduled. one of my shy girls even became enamored with her and would come for cuddles and chit chat convos. Will definitely hire Ren for future sitting needs. thank you so much!!!
Response from Ren
🥹 Jeanette that's so sweet, thank you and see you one day soon!
Bill
December 28, 2025
Always love working with Ren! She provides fantastic updates and is great at looking after our senior cat with dietary restrictions and health issues. Looking forward to booking with Ren again soon!
Tracy
June 29, 2025
Ren was absolutely fantastic. I was a little nervous leaving my rescue boy for nearly 2 weeks, but Ren really came through for us. She sent me daily updates with pics/video and took care of Hank like he was her own. Next time I have an extended trip, there will be no worries if Ren is around!
Response from Ren
Omg thank you so much Tracy 🥹
Lauren
July 5, 2025
Ren was absolutely fantastic! She always takes great care with my cats and communicates clearly. She sends a ton of photos too.
Response from Ren
Mush is a sweetie, see y'all next time Lauren 🙌
Eduardo
March 27, 2026
We worked with Ren before and will certainly do it again. She’s very caring, attentive to details and - the most important thing - the kitties love her. Thanks Ren for the amazing support and peace of mind you’ve given us
Shelby
February 11, 2025
Ren went above and beyond! Communicative, detail oriented, friendly, and such a great playmate for my cat! I’m grateful to have had such thorough care while I was out of town.
Response from Ren
Shelby! 💕 Happy to help, great meeting you and Jones!
Margaret
July 24, 2025
Ren did an amazing job! She took great care of my fussy elderly cats. she is very attentive and noticed that my diabetic’s dose was probably too low, which is really important! She is meticulous, cleans well, and sends funny updates. overall great caretaker who I will welcome back!
Response from Ren
Happy someone likes the jokes---I try, I try 😭 Appreciate you Margaret and see you next visit
Bill
June 23, 2026
Love the peace of mind that it brings to have a wonderful sitter like Ren looking after our senior cat - even just for shorter weekend trips! I cannot recommend Ren’s services enough.
Bill
November 25, 2025
Ren did a fantastic job looking after our senior kitty Cheeko! Her communication was top-notch and she made sure to provide great updates and lots of pictures. Will definitely be looking her way for future bookings!
Christina
February 1, 2025
Ren was very communicative and responsive and had thorough updates! I’m very thankful for her lovely care while I was away, and would book with her again!
Response from Ren
Christina thank you! This is so sweet, loved talking with you and happy to help out. 🥹
Chris
August 6, 2025
Ren was a great cat sitter for us! She took care of our cats and their complicated routines. We appreciated her updates and pictures when visiting.
Response from Ren
Chris+ Elena! Happy to help, it was so lovely talking to y'all and I'll see you next time
Emily
July 18, 2026
Ren is incredible! So dependable and caring. There is no one else I would prefer leaving my kitty with! I always know she will take great care of him.
Bill
December 3, 2025
Ren was once again incredible in looking after our senior cat - she was available on short notice, was very communicative and provided great updates, and most important took great care of Cheeko when we were away! Certainly looking forward to booking with Ren again.
Response from Ren
Great hearing from y'all and thank you happy to help, Cheeko is a charmer!
Eduardo
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Susan
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Faija
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Emily
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Response from Ren
Appreciate you Emily, Mr Kitty is so gracious when we dose insulin/fluids and friendly throughout
Robert
July 27, 2026
Margaret
July 10, 2026
Jeanette
July 4, 2026
Eduardo
July 3, 2026
Margaret
June 27, 2026
Roberta
June 16, 2026
Faija
June 8, 2026
Robert
June 2, 2026
Paige
May 31, 2026
Paige
May 29, 2026
Margaret
May 24, 2026
Staci
May 20, 2026
Grace
May 20, 2026
Margaret
May 17, 2026
Grace
May 14, 2026
Eduardo
May 10, 2026
Staci
May 8, 2026
Response from Ren
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Eduardo
April 22, 2026
Margaret
April 19, 2026
Margaret
April 5, 2026
Margaret
March 27, 2026
Robert
March 12, 2026
Robert
March 12, 2026
Michael
March 5, 2026
Margaret
February 14, 2026
Margaret
January 30, 2026
Paige
January 20, 2026
Dara
January 12, 2026
Catherine
January 9, 2026
Ren was great. Very informative and friendly. Would use her again.
Dara
January 3, 2026
Jonathan
December 30, 2025
very professional and attentive!
Jumana
December 8, 2025
Olivier
December 1, 2025
Margaret
November 30, 2025
Katherine
November 28, 2025
Roberta
November 17, 2025
Ren was great! Very thorough and detail oriented and really made me feel at ease.
Margaret
October 31, 2025
Margaret
October 17, 2025
Margaret
October 6, 2025
Jumana
October 4, 2025
Margaret
September 21, 2025
Jumana
August 25, 2025
David
August 4, 2025
Michelle
July 23, 2025
Response from Ren
Mush for prez 2k28
Jumana
July 13, 2025
Nora
June 23, 2025
Evan
May 29, 2025
Christina
May 20, 2025
Staci
February 24, 2025
Ren is diligent and an excellent communicator. Two great neede qualities when it comes to watching your fur babies.
Jumana
February 8, 2025
Ren is a fantastic cat caretaker. she went above and beyond to tend to our Billie’s needs. she’s our go to from now on.
Response from Ren
🫒 Billie and you are super cool Jumana, thank you for all our talks! Warmed my heart.
Daniel
January 10, 2025
Friendly, warm and our favorite sitter everytime.
Gulshan
January 10, 2025
Had Ren for the last five times I needed a cat sitter, will return.
Meowtel
January 10, 2025
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